Why was there confusion and doubt among the devotees after Sai Baba's body became still, as described in Chapter 44?

Chapter 44 explains that after Baba's passing, there was significant doubt among his followers as to whether he was truly dead or in a state of deep yogic trance (Samadhi). This uncertainty stemmed from a past incident that occurred 32 years prior. In that event, which the chapter references, Baba had drawn His life force into the crown of His head for three full days, appearing to be dead. However, He suddenly returned to His body, driving away the people's anxiety. Because of this precedent, when they saw the cessation of His breath again, everyone became doubtful, which led to a 26-hour deliberation on how to proceed with the final rites.